Chayote Squash Salad (Salada De Chuchu) - cooking recipe

Ingredients

1 quart water
6 chayotes, peeled,cores removed
3 cloves garlic, crushed
1 large onion, thinly sliced
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
6 tablespoons Italian parsley, chopped
1/4 cup olive oil
5 tablespoons white vinegar

Preparation

Bring the water to a boil in a deep pot.
Put the chayote squash into the boiling water and boil for 10 minutes; do not overcook.
Drain in a colander.
Slice the squash and place in a salad bowl with garlic, onion, salt, pepper, parsley, oil and vinegar.
Mix well and refrigerate before serving.